Opstal - De Hoop Nature Reserve

The Opstal area is the hub of the De Hoop Nature Reserve and a great location from which to explore the whole area. It is close to the hub of central offices, restaurant, deli and shop. It is a short drive, hike or cycle to many of the interesting locations in the reserve.

There is a newly surfaced tennis court at the Opstal area – bring your rackets. The Opstal has a swimming pool and there is also a boules courtyard – there is a boules set but if you have one, do bring it.

Campsite Rondawels at the Opstal
The Campsite Rondawels at the Opstal are round, thatched cottages that are perfect for guests looking for simple and affordable accommodation. The 5 Rondawels overlook a protected part of the vlei with plently of birdlife.

Facilities:
- Twin beds (can be double if requested)
- Equipped with 2 beds, bedside table, bathroom basin, cupboard, kettle, bar fridge, some basic cutlery and crockery, toaster, braai and outdoor dining area
- Communal bathrooms, showers & kitchen at the Campsite. NB: Bring your own pots and pans

De Hoop Village at the Opstal
The self-catering cottages are whitewash-walled fisherman-style houses characteristic of the Western Cape Coast. Ideal for a family and friends getaway, the cottages are well appointed and provide guests with a home-from-home setting.

Facilities:
- 9 cottages – Kitchen, lounge/dining area and outdoor braai and dining area
- Kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, stove/oven, basic crockery and cutlery, basic kitchen utensils, sink (dishwashing liquid & sponge provided), braai equipment (NB: fetch braai grid from reception)
- 3 Bedrooms – 1 double room (either twin or double bed), 1 twin room & 1 bunk room. Linen and hangers provided
- 1 Bathroom – Shower, basin, toilet, bath mat. Bathroom towels, soap, hand wash, shampoo & conditioner, body wash & body lotion provided

Equipped Cottages at the Opstal
There is one 3-bedroomed cottage called Eland and six 2-bedroomed cottages; Mountain Zebra, Bontebok, Baboon, Steenbok, Duiker and Grysbok.

Facilities:
- 7 cottages in total – 6 of them 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, 1 with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom (Eland), kitchen, lounge/dining area and outdoor braai and dining area
- Kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, stove/oven, basic crockery and cutlery, basic kitchen utensils, sink (+ dishwashing liquid & sponges provided), braai equipment (NB: fetch braai grid from reception).
- Bedroom setup – 1 double (double or twin beds) and 1 twin (& 1 bunk room in Eland). Linen and hangers provided.
- Bathroom – Shower, basin, toilet, bath mat. Bathroom towels, soap, hand wash, shampoo & conditioner, body wash & body lotion provided

Opstal Vlei Cottages
Opstal Vlei Cottages
The cottages are called Hoepoe, Pelican and Fish Eagle and have been totally revamped. They have brand new kitchens, bathrooms, furniture, linen and towels for the comfort of discerning self-catering guests.

Facilities:
- Kitchen, lounge/dinning area, outdoor braai.
- Kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, stove/oven, basic crockery and cutlery, basic kitchen utensils, sink (dishwashing liquid & sponge provided), braai equipment, permanent braai grid provided
- Bedroom setup – 1 double and 1 twin room. Linen and hangers provided
- Bathroom – Shower, basin, toilet, bath mat. Bathroom towels, soap, hand wash, shampoo & conditioner, body wash & body lotion provided

Opstal Houses
These 3-bedroomed houses are set in amongst the Milkwood trees behind the Opstal Manor house. They have spacious bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, new bathrooms and an outside braai area. Called Blue Crane, Black Oystercatcher and Giant Kingfisher, these houses are well appointed and perfect for families or groups of friends.

Facilities:
- Kitchen, lounge/dining area, fireplace, outdoor braai.
– Kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, stove/oven, basic crockery and cutlery, basic kitchen utensils, sink (dishwashing liquid & sponge provided), braai equipment and permanent braai grid provided
- Bedroom setup – 1 double (double or twin beds) and 2 twin bedrooms. Linen and hangers provided
- Bathroom – Shower, basin, toilet, bath mats. Bathroom towels, soap, hand wash,shampoo & conditioner, body wash & body lotion provided.

How to get there:

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From Cape Town, take the N2 to Caledon. From Caledon, head for Bredasdorp.
From Bredasdorp take the R319 for Swellendam.
After about 6km, turn right at the De Hoop / Malgas / Infanta sign and follow this dirt road for about 60km to the reserve. About 3 hrs drive (230km).